Indications
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Shortening of the plantar fascia
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Plantar fasciitis / heel spur
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Achilles tendonitis and weaknesses
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Metatarsalgia
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Talipes equinus and ankle contracture
Description
The Body Armor® Night Splint is worn at night to relieve the discomfort caused by plantar fasciitis during sleep. The soft hook-and-loop straps make it quick and easy to put on and ensure a comfortable fit. The rubber ring fastener can be used to fix the toe loop or toe plate in different positions.
Windlass mechanism:
In 1954, J.H. Hicks described the foot and its ligaments as an arch-like triangle, or truss, formed by the calcaneus, midtarsal joint, and metatarsals. Dorsiflexion of the hallux winds the plantar fascia around the head of the metatarsal, creating an effective stretch of the plantar fascia and a sustained low-load stretch to the flexor tendons, Achilles tendon, and calf muscles.
Features
Windlass mechanism: optional use with
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Toe loop – stretching the plantar fascia
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Toe plate – greater stretching of the flexor group + plantar fascia
90° position
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Prevents equinus position + shortening of the Achilles tendon
Anatomically shaped fit
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High wearing comfort, reduces pressure on the tibial edge + back of the foot
Fast + easy to put on
Cleaning instructions
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Open all hook-and-loop straps.
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Shell and padding: clean with a damp cloth.
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Toe loop / toe plate: hand wash with mild detergent.
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Grey fabric for fixing the splint: washable at 30°C.
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Do not tumble dry or dry on a radiator. Allow to air-dry only.
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Do not use solvents for cleaning.
